Darkstorm

Darkstorm is the working title for a high fantasy worldbuilding project currently being crafted by author Tom Brown. Work on the setting, and story, first began in 2009, and has proceeded gradually ever since. The entire project is dedicated to the memory of Tom's mother, Phyllis Brown, who passed away on 9 October 2020.

Overview
Darkstorm takes place on Arginium, a distant continent of the greater world of Preax Ethor. The current year is 2995 of the Common Era (CE).

The Empire
The Lusavanic Empire also referred to as the Second Empire or simply as "the Empire" - is an enlightened, absolute monarchy that rules over three-quarters of all Arginium. At its pinnacle is the House of Neador, which has reigned over the continent for over 900 years. The Emperor (or Empress) is an hereditary monarch who holds absolute authority over its affairs. The heir apparent of the Sovereign is the Prince (or Princess) of Beverneau, who goes by the title of Prince (or Princess) Imperial. The power of the House of Neador is symbolized by the Sapphire Throne. It is a relic of the age of the Precursors, crafted by them and upon which their own Archons sat in rule over the land in antiquity. It is located within the Hall of Banners of the White Palace in the city of Leesoft, capital of the Empire, and cultural and spiritual hub of human - and by its extension, Imperial - civilization.

Privy Council
The Council is a circle of officials who both advise the Sovereign and administer Imperial affairs. These individuals are considered the Sovereign's most senior counselors. These officers include -


 * The Secretary Imperial, who manages the bureaucracy and is the Crown's principal adviser
 * The Lord Chamberlain, who manages the Imperial Household and Sovereign's daily schedule, screening those who seek an audience.
 * The Lord Keeper of the Treasury, who is responsible for tax collections, management of government finances, and the decennial census.
 * The High Justiciar, who oversees the Imperial courts, magistrates, prisons and asylums.
 * The Lord High Admiral, who is chief officer of the Imperial Navy.
 * The Marshal of the Armies, who is chief officer of the Imperial Army.

Local Government
Imperial territory is divided into 31 provinces, which are administered directly by a noble who holds the title of governor. In turn, each province is separated into between six and ten districts that are overseen by a noble who holds the title of prefect. Individual municipalities (villages, towns, and cities) are led by a mayor and board of burgesses, who are elected by the local populace.

Courts
Magistrates form the judicial system of the continent. They hear cases and grievances and hand down judgment in accordance with Imperial law. These powerful officials answer to the Sovereign via the High Justiciar. Larger municipalities have magistrates permanently assigned to them, while the smaller municipalities - the towns and villages - are serviced by magistrates who move around on a rotating schedule and visit specific communities on specific days of the year.

Surinity
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Wizards of Zrofdomel
The most prominent of the remaining arcane orders of the continent, properly known as the Order of the Wizards of Zrofdomel. Its membership is a mixture of older and younger arcanists, representing every specialty field of magical study. They are based out of the Wizards' Tower in the town of Market Oldview.

Miscellaneous
Descendants of Summer - Wayfarer's Lament - Voice of the Dawn - Black Codex

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